Senior NPI Buyer

Responsibilities

Sourcing and evaluation - Research and identify potential suppliers and evaluate their products, prices, and reliability.

Negotiation and contracts - Negotiate favorable terms, conditions, and pricing with suppliers and manage the resulting contracts.

Cost management - Implement cost-control strategies, analyze costs, and identify opportunities for savings without compromising quality.

Supplier relationship management - Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable performance and manage any issues that arise.

Collaboration - Work closely with internal teams like design, production, and project management to align procurement activities with project needs and timelines.

Process management - Manage the purchasing process, including tracking purchase orders, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.

Inventory Control: Monitoring stock levels, planning for future needs, and coordinating with inventory teams

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in procurement or related field.

Bachelor's degree.

Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.

Technical understanding of the materials and equipment relevant to the industry.

Proficiency with procurement software and tools.

Keen attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Epicor ERP system

Familiarity with "3DX" more commonly known as Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform

Familiarity with quality standards like ISO 9001, Six Sigma, or AS9100.

Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)

Attributes aligned with Core Values

Demonstrates a proactive safety mindset by embedding safety into daily operations, identifying and mitigating risks through assessments and training, encouraging open dialogue on safety concerns, and continuously improving protocols to ensure a safe work environment.

Puts customers at the center of every action by deeply understanding their challenges, delivering exceptional value, and striving to exceed expectations to support their success as our core purpose.

Actively seeks and values diverse stakeholder perspectives, builds cross-functional relationships, and fosters trust through empathetic, fact-based communication—committing to shared decisions for the greater good.

Drives results with clarity and purpose by focusing on what matters most, adapting to change, taking initiative, and owning outcomes while aligning actions with a clear understanding of success at every level.

Navigates ambiguity with resilience and bold thinking, challenges the status quo, and combines innovative ideas with practical best practices to overcome obstacles and drive progress.

Fosters a high-performance culture grounded in respect, professionalism, and support—balancing high expectations with a healthy, collaborative environment and being a trusted, dependable teammate.